Farr + Swit Best Lume Dial WatchvsWolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

The measurements

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Farr + Swit Best Lume Dial Watch at true scale

Best Lume Dial Watch

Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic at true scale

Skindiver II Automatic

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Thickness

13.5mm

12.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$499

lowest

$609

Movement

Seiko NH35

Miyota 9015

Case

4 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Thickness
13.5mm
12.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Black
Lume
Best Lume
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$609

What people say

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Farr + Swit Best Lume Dial Watch

Farr + Swit Best Lume Dial Watch owners widely praise its incredible and exceptionally well-done full lume dial, with one owner noting it is one of their most worn watches. The watch is also highlighted for its durability, assembled in the USA quality, and surprising value at its price point. The 40mm case and comfortable NATO strap contribute to its wearability. On balance, owners rate the Farr + Swit Best Lume Dial Watch highly for its stunning full lume dial and overall value.

Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic for its retro aesthetic, comfortable 40mm wearability, and legible dial with faux patina, with the brushed finish, drilled lugs, and included Beads of Rice bracelet and tropic strap being highlighted. The watch features a Citizen/Miyota 8315 movement, adjusted in France to ±15 seconds per day, offering a 60-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance with a box sapphire crystal. Some owners note the 20mm strap size as potentially problematic, and Wolbrook's policy of not honoring the warranty on resold watches is a significant criticism. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic highly for its compelling retro design and solid build at its price point.

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